BEAVERTON, Ore. — The president/CEO of the $1.5 billion First Tech Credit Union here, Thomas E. Sargent, is both direct and passionate about helping sick kids.

"Just go into one of those children's hospitals and you'll see the bravest and most courageous human beings," intones Sargent, who has been a leader in CU causes for years ranging from political action and product innovation to trust and league management.

So it was hardly surprising when the board of the Salt Lake City-based Children's Miracle Network last summer finally decided to recognize industry contributions, reaching down into CU ranks to pick the respected Sargent as its chairman.

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